The AEC’s role

Updated: 30 August 2019

The AEC maintains an impartial and independent electoral system for eligible voters through active electoral roll management, efficient delivery of polling services and targeted education and public awareness programs.

The role of the Australian Electoral Commission is –

to deliver the franchise: that is, an Australian citizen's right to vote, as established by the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918.

State, territory and local council elections are conducted by other electoral management bodies in accordance with separate legislation. See the Australian elections portal for information regarding state and territory electoral management bodies.

Parliamentary committees

The AEC regularly engages with parliamentary committees who are empowered to inquire into aspects of the electoral process, including the conduct of federal electoral events.